Vehicle

Abstract

This invention discloses a vehicle, including: a headlight; a bracket, the bracket including: a bracket connecting portion connected to the headlight; and a clearance portion located behind the connecting portion in the vehicle's longitudinal direction, the clearance portion being used to avoid the bracket connecting portion. This invention provides a buffer space by providing a clearance portion to avoid the collapsing bracket connecting portion, thereby reducing the injury to pedestrians in a vehicle collision.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Because pedestrians' actions are unpredictable, traffic accidents involving pedestrians and motor vehicles account for a consistently high percentage of all traffic accidents. Furthermore, pedestrians are always considered a vulnerable group in road traffic, so the probability of injury or death is extremely high once a pedestrian collides with a motor vehicle.

[0003] Vehicle headlights are usually rigidly connected to the central support frame, which means that in the event of a collision between the vehicle and a pedestrian, the headlights positioned further forward will cause greater injury to the pedestrian. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a vehicle that reduces harm to pedestrians.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle includes: a headlight; a bracket, the bracket including: a bracket connecting portion connected to the headlight; and a clearance portion located behind the connecting portion in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the clearance portion being used to clearance the bracket connecting portion.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle provides a certain buffer space by setting an avoidance part to avoid the crumpled bracket connection part, thereby reducing the injury to pedestrians in a vehicle collision.

[0007] In some embodiments, the clearance portion includes a clearance hole disposed on the rear side of the bracket connection portion.

[0008] In some embodiments, the lighting lamp includes: a lighting lamp body; a first mounting portion disposed on the lighting lamp body and extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the first mounting portion being connected to the bracket member; and a second mounting portion disposed on the lighting lamp body and extending in the vertical direction of the vehicle, the second mounting portion being connected to the bracket connecting portion.

[0009] In some embodiments, the bracket further includes a connecting base, the connecting base being connected to the first mounting portion, and the connecting base having a directional weakening groove.

[0010] In some embodiments, the bracket further includes: a bracket body, the second mounting portion being disposed on the bracket body; a first extension portion being disposed on the bracket body, the clearance portion being disposed on the first extension portion; a second extension portion being connected to the end of the first extension portion away from the bracket body, the second extension portion extending in the front-rear direction, the connecting base being disposed on the second extension portion; wherein, the second mounting portion is disposed on the side of the bracket connecting portion facing the first extension portion, the first mounting portion extending above the second extension portion and close to the second extension portion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the vehicle further includes: a crossbeam member disposed on the bracket member; and a mounting bracket assembly, one end of which is connected to the crossbeam member and the other end to the lighting lamp.

[0012] In some embodiments, the lighting lamp further includes a third mounting portion, and the mounting bracket assembly includes a bracket cantilever extending in the direction of the third mounting portion and connected to the third mounting portion.

[0013] In some embodiments, there are two third mounting portions, which are disposed at both ends of the lighting body and extend along the front-rear direction, with the first mounting portion disposed between the two third mounting portions.

[0014] In some embodiments, the lighting fixture is provided with a clearance groove to avoid other components.

[0015] In some embodiments, the vehicle further includes a body, and the bracket further includes an extension arm disposed on the bracket body, with one end of the extension arm away from the bracket body connected to the body.

[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the support component in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lighting lamp in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram showing the assembly of the bracket, lighting lamp, and crossbeam in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the assembly of the bracket, lighting lamp, crossbeam, and mounting bracket components in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle structure in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the active support component in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-sinking support structure in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between the lower support and the air intake grille assembly in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the lower support structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the lower support structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0028] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the lower support structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0029] Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional view of the cooperation between the lower support and the air intake grille assembly in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 100. Vehicles;

[0033] 21. Lower support; 211. Lower support body; 2111. Weakened area; 2112. Reinforced area; 212. Upper edge; 213. First protruding structure; 2131. Protruding connecting section; 214. Second protruding structure; 2141. First unit part; 2142. Second unit part; 215. Lower support cutout part; 216. Abutting part; 2161. Abutting surface; 217. Skin connecting part;

[0034] 31. Air intake grille assembly; 311. Mating part; 3111. Mating surface; 312. First end; 313. Second end; 314. Air intake grille; 315. Grille frame; 316. Variable diameter component;

[0035] 41. Lighting lamp; 411. Lighting lamp body; 412. First mounting part; 413. Second mounting part; 414. Third mounting part;

[0036] 42. Support component; 421. Support connecting part; 422. Clearance part; 423. Connecting base; 4231. Orientation weakening groove; 424. Support body; 425. First extension part; 426. Second extension part; 427. Extension arm;

[0037] 43. Crossbeam; 44. Mounting bracket assembly; 441. Bracket cantilever; 451. Vehicle skin;

[0038] 51. Movable support assembly; 511. First mating component; 5111. Anti-sinking bracket; 512. Second mating component;

[0039] 52. Machine cover; 521. Outer panel; 522. Inner panel; 5221. Recessed part; 5222. Weakening hole; 523. Reinforcing plate; 5232. Reinforcing body; 5233. Support foot. Detailed Implementation

[0040] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0041] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0042] Furthermore, features specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the same feature, used to distinguish and describe features, without any order or distinction of importance.

[0043] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] The vehicle 100 of the present invention will now be described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0046] like Figure 1 , Figure 5 As shown, the vehicle 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a lamp 41 and a bracket 42.

[0047] The bracket member 42 includes a bracket connecting part 421 and a clearance part 422. The bracket connecting part 421 is connected to the lighting lamp 41. The clearance part 422 is located at the rear of the connecting part in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 100, and the clearance part 422 is used to clear the bracket connecting part 421.

[0048] The bracket connection 421 is connected to the lighting lamp 41. When the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian, the avoidance part 422 plays an avoidance role. That is to say, the disconnected bracket connection 421 will not be supported, which increases the collapse space of the lighting lamp 41, increases the buffer, and thus reduces the injury to the pedestrian.

[0049] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle 100 increases the collapse space of the lighting lamp 41 by providing a clearance part 422 to avoid the collapse of the bracket connection part 421, thereby reducing the injury to pedestrians.

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the avoidance portion 422 includes an avoidance hole located on the rear side of the bracket connection portion 421. In the event of a collision between the vehicle 100 and a pedestrian, the avoidance hole can avoid the disconnected bracket connection portion 421, allowing the rearward-moving lighting lamp 41 to have a larger crumple zone and reducing injury to the pedestrian.

[0051] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the lighting lamp 41 includes: a lighting lamp body 411, a first mounting part 412, and a second mounting part 413.

[0052] The first mounting part 412 is provided on the lighting body 411 and extends in the front-rear direction of the vehicle 100. The first mounting part 412 is connected to the bracket 42.

[0053] The second mounting part 413 is provided on the lighting body 411. The second mounting part 413 extends in the vertical direction of the vehicle 100 and is connected to the bracket connecting part 421.

[0054] The first mounting part 412 extends in the front-rear direction of the vehicle 100, and the second mounting part 413 extends in the vertical direction of the vehicle 100. In other words, the lamp body 411 is supported in two directions, thereby improving the stability of the lamp body 411.

[0055] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the support member 42 further includes a connecting base 423, which is connected to the first mounting portion 412, and the connecting base 423 is provided with a directional weakening groove 4231. By providing the connecting base 423 and the directional weakening groove 4231, the strength of the connecting base 423 is directionally weakened, reducing the ease with which the first mounting portion 412 collapses.

[0056] Specifically, the directional weakening groove 4231 is provided at the bottom of the connecting base 423 to reduce the cross-sectional area of ​​the connecting base 423 and increase the force per unit area.

[0057] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the support member 42 further includes: a support body 424, a first extension 425, and a second extension 426.

[0058] The second mounting part 413 is located on the bracket body 424.

[0059] The first extension 425 is provided on the support body 424, and the clearance part 422 is provided on the first extension 425.

[0060] The second extension 426 connects to the end of the first extension 425 away from the support body 424. The second extension 426 extends in the front-rear direction, and the connecting base 423 is provided on the second extension 426.

[0061] The second mounting portion 413 is located on the side of the bracket connecting portion 421 facing the first extension portion 425. The first mounting portion 412 extends above and close to the second extension portion 426. The second mounting portion 413 is located on the side of the bracket connecting portion 421 facing the first extension portion 425, meaning that the second mounting portion 413 is located behind the bracket connecting portion 421. This facilitates the rearward movement of the second mounting portion 413, which is disconnected from the bracket connecting portion 421, reducing the ease of collapse.

[0062] Meanwhile, the first extension 425 and the second extension 426 facilitate the connection between the bracket 42 and various components, and provide space for the installation of various components.

[0063] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the vehicle 100 further includes: a crossbeam 43 and a mounting bracket assembly 44.

[0064] The crossbeam 43 is mounted on the bracket 42. One end of the mounting bracket assembly 44 is connected to the crossbeam 43, and the other end is connected to the lighting lamp 41. The lighting lamp 41 is stabilized by connecting the mounting bracket assembly 44 and the lighting lamp 41.

[0065] In some embodiments, the lighting lamp 41 further includes a third mounting portion 414, and the mounting bracket assembly 44 includes a bracket cantilever 441, which extends in the direction of the third mounting portion 414 and connects to the third mounting portion 414. The bracket cantilever 441 is structurally relatively weak, facilitating the collapse of the lighting lamp 41.

[0066] like Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments, there are two third mounting portions 414, which are located at both ends of the lighting body 411 and extend in the front-rear direction. The first mounting portion 412 is located between the two third mounting portions 414. The two third mounting portions 414 make the lighting lamp 41 more stable.

[0067] The first mounting part 412 is located between the two third mounting parts 414, and the two third mounting parts 414 extend in the front-to-back direction, which improves consistency and facilitates production.

[0068] In some embodiments, the lighting lamp 41 is provided with a clearance groove to avoid other components. By providing a clearance groove to avoid hard points, the lighting lamp 41 is made easier to collapse.

[0069] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the vehicle 100 further includes a body, and the support member 42 further includes an extension arm 427, which is disposed on the support body 424, with one end of the extension arm 427 away from the support body 424 connected to the body. The extension arm 427 enhances the modal stability of the support member 42, improving installation reliability.

[0070] Specifically, the vehicle body includes a vehicle skin 451, which is connected to an extension arm 427.

[0071] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, in some embodiments, the vehicle 100 includes: a body, a lower support 21, an air intake grille assembly 31, a bracket 42, and a lighting lamp 41.

[0072] The lower support 21 is mounted on the vehicle body. The air intake grille assembly 31 is mounted on the lower support 21. The bracket 42 is mounted on the vehicle body and is located above the lower support 21. The headlight 41 is mounted on the bracket 42.

[0073] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle 100 reduces the risk of injury to pedestrians by providing a lower support 21, an air intake grille assembly 31, a bracket 42, and a lighting lamp 41.

[0074] like Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the vehicle 100 further includes a movable support assembly 51, which is disposed on the vehicle body and connected to the bracket 42, allowing the bracket 42 to move in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 100. By providing the movable support assembly 51, the bracket 42 has a certain range of motion, providing a certain buffer when the vehicle 100 collides with a pedestrian, thus reducing injury to the pedestrian.

[0075] Meanwhile, it should be noted that the movable support component 51 makes the support member 42 more likely to collapse backward during a collision. When the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian, the lower support 21 can support the pedestrian's lower leg, and the lighting lamp 41 is installed on the support member 42 and above the lower support 21. The part above the pedestrian's lower leg will rotate towards the vehicle 100, and the pedestrian can eventually lie on the hood 52, reducing the risk of being caught in the bottom of the vehicle 100 and reducing the injury to the pedestrian.

[0076] like Figure 6 As shown, specifically, the vehicle body includes a crash beam, and a movable support assembly 51 is mounted on the crash beam.

[0077] In some embodiments, the active support component 51 includes: a first mating member 511 and a second mating member 512.

[0078] The first mating part 511 is provided on either the body or the bracket part 42.

[0079] The second mating part 512 is provided on the other of the vehicle body or the bracket part 42. The second mating part 512 is slidably connected to the first mating part 511 so that the bracket part 42 can move relative to the vehicle body.

[0080] For example, the first mating part 511 is provided on the vehicle body, and the second mating part 512 is provided on the bracket 42. The second mating part 512 is slidably connected to the first mating part 511, and the bracket 42 can be displaced relative to the vehicle body to provide buffer space.

[0081] Alternatively, the second mating part 512 is located on the vehicle body, and the first mating part 511 is located on the bracket 42. The second mating part 512 is slidably connected to the first mating part 511, and the bracket 42 can be displaced relative to the vehicle body to provide buffer space.

[0082] like Figure 6 , Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the first mating component 511 includes an anti-sinking bracket 5111, which has a through hole. The second mating component 512 includes a movable column, which passes through the through hole to allow the movable column to slide within the through hole. The structure is simple and durable.

[0083] Specifically, the through hole is constructed as a tapered hole, and the movable column is constructed as a tapered column. The tapered hole and the tapered column are connected to limit the unidirectional movement of the support member 42. For example, limiting the support member 42 to move backward, the support member 42 only moves backward, and the support member 42 will not wobble.

[0084] like Figure 5 , Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 is adapted to be disposed at the bottom of the air intake grille assembly 31 of the vehicle 100. The lower support 21 includes a lower support body 211, the lower support body 211 having a weakening region 2111 and a reinforcing region 2112. The weakening region 2111 is adapted to correspond to the air intake grille assembly 31, and the reinforcing region 2112 is located on both sides of the weakening region 2111.

[0085] Among them, the reinforced area 2112 is located on both sides of the weakened area 2111, and the vehicle headlights are located on both sides of the air intake grille assembly 31. The vehicle headlights are stronger than the air intake grille assembly 31.

[0086] Through careful observation and research on a large number of accident vehicles, the inventors of this application discovered that in related technologies, the lower support is not specifically designed for the air intake grille assembly and vehicle headlights, resulting in uniform strength in all parts of the lower support. This situation causes the lower support, which is weaker than the vehicle headlights, to deform first when the vehicle collides with a pedestrian. It is understandable that since the lower support is located below the vehicle headlights, its deformation before the headlights means that the pedestrian is likely to be dragged under the vehicle when a collision occurs.

[0087] This application, through targeted design of the lower support 21, sets the part of the lower support 21 corresponding to the vehicle headlight as a reinforced area 2112 and the part of the lower support 21 corresponding to the air intake grille assembly 31 as a weakened area 2111, thereby reducing the probability of the pedestrian being caught in the bottom of the vehicle 100 when the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian.

[0088] It should be noted that the lower support 21 is designed specifically for this application. The part of the lower support 21 corresponding to the air intake grille assembly 31 is set as a weakened area 2111, which reduces the waste required for reinforcement and improves the utilization rate.

[0089] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the lower support 21 of the vehicle 100 is designed with a reinforced area 2112 and a weakened area 2111, which reduces the probability of pedestrians being caught in the bottom of the vehicle 100, thereby reducing the harm to pedestrians, while improving utilization and reducing costs.

[0090] like Figure 8 , Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 further includes: an upper edge portion 212, a first protrusion structure 213, and a second protrusion structure 214.

[0091] The upper edge 212 is located at the front edge of the lower support body 211 and extends upward.

[0092] The first protruding structure 213 is provided on the lower support body 211 and located in the weakened region 2111. The first protruding structure 213 extends upward and connects with the upper edge 212. The first protruding structure 213 is provided on the lower support body 211 and has the effect of increasing the strength of the lower support body 211.

[0093] The second protruding structure 214 is provided on the lower support body 211 and located in the reinforced region 2112. The second protruding structure 214 extends upward and connects to the upper edge 212. The second protruding structure 214 is provided on the lower support body 211 and has the effect of increasing the strength of the lower support body 211.

[0094] The connection length between the second protruding structure 214 and the upper edge portion 212 is greater than the connection length between the first protruding structure 213 and the upper edge portion 212. In other words, the second protruding structure 214 supports more of the upper edge portion 212 compared to the first protruding structure 213, thereby increasing its strength.

[0095] like Figure 9 , Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the second protrusion structure 214 includes a first unit portion 2141 and a second unit portion 2142.

[0096] The second unit 2142 is connected at one end to the first unit 2141 and at the other end to the upper edge 212, forming an angle between the second unit 2142 and the first unit 2141. By setting an angle between the first unit 2141 and the second unit 2142, when the vehicle 100 collides with a pedestrian, the first unit 2141 and the second unit 2142 bend at the angle, thereby specifically reducing the difficulty of crumpling.

[0097] like Figure 9 , Figure 10As shown, in some embodiments, the second protrusion structure 214 extends upward to be flush with the top surface of the upper edge portion 212, and the first protrusion structure 213 extends upward but is lower than the top surface of the upper edge portion 212.

[0098] In other words, the top surface of the second protrusion 214 can be flush with the top of the upper edge portion 212, and the top surface of the second protrusion 214 can also be higher than the top surface of the upper edge portion 212. The second protrusion 214 fully supports the upper edge portion 212, thereby further improving the support strength for the upper edge portion 212.

[0099] The first protruding structure 213 extends upward but is lower than the top surface of the upper edge portion 212. The first protruding structure 213 may extend upward but not contact the upper edge portion 212, that is, the connection length between the first protruding structure 213 and the upper edge portion 212 is zero. The first protruding structure 213 may also contact the upper edge, but the top surface of the first protruding structure 213 is lower than the top surface of the upper edge portion 212.

[0100] It is understandable that the second protrusion structure 214 is different from the upper edge portion 212, thereby forming a different support for the upper edge portion 212 and improving the targeting.

[0101] In some embodiments, the first protrusion structure 213 extends upward to the junction of the lower support body 211 and the upper edge portion 212, or the first protrusion structure 213 extends upward beyond the junction, further limiting the lower limit of the first protrusion structure 213.

[0102] For example, the first protrusion 213 extends upward to the junction of the lower support body 211 and the upper edge 212. That is, the connection length between the first protrusion 213 and the upper edge 212 is zero. When the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian, the junction of the lower support body 211 and the upper edge 212 provides a collision bending point, which reduces the difficulty of deformation of the lower support 21.

[0103] Alternatively, the first protruding structure 213 extends upward beyond the boundary, meaning that the connection length between the first protruding structure 213 and the upper edge 212 is greater than zero, and the first protruding structure 213 provides support to the upper edge 212.

[0104] like Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the first protrusion structure 213 includes a protrusion connecting segment 2131 adjacent to the upper edge portion 212. The top surface of the protrusion connecting segment 2131 is constructed as a plane, which is perpendicular to the inner wall of the upper edge portion 212. By setting the plane perpendicular to the inner wall of the upper edge portion 212, that is, the plane forms a right angle with the inner wall, it facilitates the bending of the upper edge portion 212 when the vehicle 100 collides.

[0105] like Figure 9 , Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the extension length of the second protrusion structure 214 is greater than the extension length of the first protrusion structure 213. By setting the extension length of the second protrusion structure 214 to be greater than the extension length of the first protrusion structure 213, the effective area of ​​the second protrusion structure 214 is larger than the effective area of ​​the first protrusion structure 213, thus distinguishing the reinforced area 2112 from the weakened area 2111.

[0106] like Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, there are multiple first protrusions 213, which are spaced apart in the width direction of the vehicle 100. The lower support 21 has a split surface, and the distance between the first protrusions 213 and the split surface increases, while the length of the first protrusion 213 decreases. By setting the distance between the first protrusions 213 and the split surface to be greater and shorter, the first protrusions 213 can specifically enhance the strength of the lower support body 211, further improving its effectiveness.

[0107] Specifically, the dividing surface is a virtual surface, and multiple first protrusions 213 are located on both sides of the dividing surface. In the width direction of the vehicle 100, the first protrusions 213 that are farther away from the dividing surface are longer, thus affecting a wider range.

[0108] like Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 has a lower support cutout 215, which is located on both sides of the lower support 21. The weakening region 2111 and the strengthening region 2112 are located in the middle of the lower support cutout 215. By providing the lower support cutout 215, a portion of the structure of the lower support 21 is selectively removed, thereby reducing the weight of the lower support 21 without affecting its operation.

[0109] like Figure 11 As shown, it should be noted that the lower support cutout 215 is located on both sides of the lower support 21. During the collision of the vehicle 100, the inventors of this application found through analysis of a large number of accident vehicles that the area corresponding to the lower support cutout 215 will basically not touch pedestrians. By setting the lower support cutout 215, this application meets the lightweight development requirements of the vehicle 100.

[0110] like Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support cutout 215 is at least partially constructed as a smooth curve.

[0111] like Figure 10 , Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 is provided with a skin connection part 217 at its front end, and the skin connection part 217 is connected to the vehicle skin 451.

[0112] like Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 is provided with an abutment portion 216. The air intake grille assembly 31 is provided with a mating portion 311 corresponding to the abutment portion 216, and the mating portions 311 are spaced apart behind the abutment portion 216 in the front-rear direction of the vehicle 100.

[0113] The air intake grille assembly 31 is located above the lower support 21. In the front-rear direction of the vehicle 100, the mating part 311 on the air intake grille assembly 31 and the abutting part 216 on the lower support 21 are spaced apart. When the vehicle 100 collides, the space between the mating part 311 and the abutting part 216 allows the lower support 21 to move backward, thereby providing a certain buffer space and reducing the injury to the pedestrian when the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian's lower leg.

[0114] At the same time, the mating part 311 and the abutting part 216 are in the front-rear direction of the vehicle 100. The mating part 311, which moves backward, may come into contact with the abutting part 216. When the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian's lower leg, the lower support 21 can support the pedestrian's lower leg and prevent the pedestrian from being caught under the vehicle, thereby reducing the injury to the pedestrian.

[0115] It is understandable that the lower support 21 acts as a pedestrian protection lower leg beam, thereby reducing the number of separate pedestrian protection lower leg beams in the vehicle 100 and optimizing the structure.

[0116] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle 100 achieves a "weak front and strong rear" configuration through the cooperation of the abutment part 216 and the mating part 311. When the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian's lower leg, it provides a certain buffer space, reduces the damage to the pedestrian's lower leg, and at the same time supports the pedestrian's lower leg to prevent the pedestrian from being caught in the bottom of the vehicle 100.

[0117] like Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the abutting portion 216 includes an abutting surface 2161, and the mating portion 311 includes a mating surface 3111, with the mating surface 3111 and the abutting surface 2161 at least partially facing each other in the front-back direction. By setting the mating surface 3111 and the abutting surface 2161 to be at least partially facing each other in the front-back direction, the probability of the abutting portion 216 contacting the mating portion 311 is increased.

[0118] It is understandable that the mating surface 3111 and the abutting surface 2161 are at least partially aligned in the front-back direction. During the movement of the lower support 21, the abutting part 216 can smoothly contact the mating part 311, and at the same time, the abutting surface 2161 and the mating surface 3111 can make good contact.

[0119] like Figure 8, Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 includes: a lower support body 211 and a first protrusion structure 213.

[0120] A first protruding structure 213 is provided on the lower support body 211, and an abutment portion 216 is provided on the first protruding structure 213 and extends toward the air intake grille assembly 31. The abutment surface 2161 includes the rearward side of the abutment portion 216, and the mating surface 3111 includes the forward side of the air intake grille assembly 31. By providing the abutment portion 216 to extend toward the air intake grille assembly 31, the probability of the abutment portion 216 contacting the mating portion 311 is increased.

[0121] The abutting surface 2161 includes the rearward-facing side of the abutting part 216, and the mating surface 3111 includes the frontward-facing side of the air intake grille assembly 31. During the process of the lower support 21 moving backward, the abutting surface 2161 is likely to naturally contact the mating surface 3111.

[0122] like Figure 9 , Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, there are multiple abutment portions 216, which are spaced apart in the left-right direction of the vehicle 100. Multiple abutment surfaces 2161 on the multiple abutment portions 216 are coplanar and correspond to the same mating surface 3111. By setting multiple abutment surfaces 2161 on the multiple abutment portions 216 to be coplanar and correspond to the same mating surface 3111, the probability of the abutment surfaces 2161 contacting the mating surface 3111 is further increased. It can also be understood that the contact between the abutment portions 216 and the mating portions 3111 is more stable due to the coplanar abutment surfaces 2161 contacting the mating surface 3111.

[0123] In some embodiments, the projections of the plurality of abutment surfaces 2161 onto the plane containing the mating surface 3111 are all on the mating surface 3111. That is, the total size of the plurality of abutment surfaces 2161 is smaller than the size of the mating surface 3111, thus making reasonable use of space and achieving a compact structure in the width direction of the vehicle 100.

[0124] like Figure 8 , Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 is adapted to be disposed at the bottom of the air intake grille assembly 31, and the lower support body 211 has a weakening region 2111 and a reinforcing region 2112. The weakening region 2111 is adapted to correspond to the air intake grille assembly 31, and the reinforcing region 2112 is located on both sides of the weakening region 2111.

[0125] Among them, the reinforced area 2112 is located on both sides of the weakened area 2111, and the vehicle headlights are located on both sides of the air intake grille assembly 31. The vehicle headlights are stronger than the air intake grille assembly 31.

[0126] Through careful observation and research on a large number of accident vehicles, the inventors of this application discovered that in related technologies, the lower support is not specifically designed for the air intake grille assembly and vehicle headlights, resulting in uniform strength in all parts of the lower support. This situation causes the lower support, which is weaker than the vehicle headlights, to deform first when the vehicle collides with a pedestrian. It is understandable that since the lower support is located below the vehicle headlights, its deformation before the headlights means that the pedestrian is likely to be dragged under the vehicle when a collision occurs.

[0127] This application, through targeted design of the lower support 21, sets the part of the lower support 21 corresponding to the vehicle headlight as a reinforced area 2112 and the part of the lower support 21 corresponding to the air intake grille assembly 31 as a weakened area 2111, thereby reducing the probability of the pedestrian being caught in the bottom of the vehicle 100 when the vehicle 100 collides with the pedestrian.

[0128] It should be noted that the lower support 21 is specifically designed in this application. The area corresponding to the air intake grille assembly 31 on the lower support 21 is set as a weakened area 2111, which reduces the waste required for reinforcement and improves the utilization rate.

[0129] like Figure 8 , Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower support 21 further includes an upper edge portion 212 and a second protrusion structure 214.

[0130] The upper edge 212 is located at the front edge of the lower support body 211 and extends upward.

[0131] The second protruding structure 214 is provided on the lower support body 211 and located in the reinforced region 2112. The second protruding structure 214 extends upward and connects to the upper edge 212. The second protruding structure 214 is provided on the lower support body 211 and has the effect of increasing the strength of the lower support body 211.

[0132] The first protruding structure 213 is located in the weakened region 2111, and extends upward to connect with the upper edge portion 212. In other words, the second protruding structure 214 supports more of the upper edge portion 212 compared to the first protruding structure 213, thereby increasing its strength.

[0133] like Figure 8 , Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the air intake grille assembly 31 has a first end 312 and a second end 313, which are disposed on opposite sides of the air intake grille assembly 31.

[0134] The lower support 21 includes a lower support body 211 and an upper edge portion 212. The upper edge portion 212 is located at the front edge of the lower support body 211 and extends upward. A first end 312 abuts against the upper edge portion 212, and a second end 313 connects to the lower support body 211. The air intake grille assembly 31 is stably mounted on the lower support 21 via the first end 312 and the second end 313.

[0135] like Figure 8 , Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the air intake grille assembly 31 includes: an air intake grille 314, a grille frame 315, and a variable diameter component 316.

[0136] The air intake grille 314 is located inside the grille frame 315, and the grille frame 315 is connected to the lower support body 211.

[0137] The variable diameter component 316 has a smaller axial cross-sectional area in at least part. The variable diameter component 316 connects to the grille frame 315 and abuts against the upper edge 212. By setting the variable diameter component 316, the air intake volume of the air intake grille assembly 31 is increased, thereby improving the effect.

[0138] In some specific embodiments, the variable diameter component 316 is made of silicone. The relatively soft variable diameter component 316 ensures a large air intake volume while allowing the lower support 21 to move freely backward.

[0139] like Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the air intake grille 314 is positioned above the abutment portion 216. It can be understood that by positioning the air intake grille 314 above the abutment portion 216, the lower support 21 can avoid the air intake grille 314 when it moves backward, thus reducing maintenance costs.

[0140] In some specific embodiments, the air intake grille 314 includes an active air intake grille, which can actively change the opening and closing of the air intake grille 314 to control the intake volume and wind resistance, thereby improving fuel economy and quickly reaching a better engine operating temperature. For example, the active air intake grille can be closed during low-temperature driving and cold starts to prevent cold air from directly impacting the radiator for forced cooling, thereby quickly raising the engine coolant temperature and saving fuel.

[0141] In some embodiments, the air intake grille assembly 31 includes a first air intake grille assembly and a second air intake grille assembly, the first air intake grille assembly being disposed on the lower support 21 and the second air intake grille assembly being disposed on the vehicle skin 451.

[0142] like Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the vehicle 100 further includes a hood 52, which is rotatably mounted on the vehicle body. The hood 52 includes an outer panel 521, an inner panel 522, and a reinforcing plate 523.

[0143] The outer surface of the outer panel 521 is constructed as a load-bearing surface to withstand impacts. The outer panel 521 and the inner panel 522 together define an intermediate space. The intermediate space defined by the outer panel 521 and the inner panel 522 provides a certain buffer for pedestrians, thereby reducing the injury suffered by pedestrians.

[0144] A reinforcing plate 523 is located in the middle space, and a weakening structure is provided on the reinforcing plate 523. By providing a weakening structure on the reinforcing plate 523, part of the strength of the reinforcing plate 523 is weakened in a directional manner, thereby facilitating the directional collapse of the shroud 52.

[0145] like Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the inner plate 522 has a recess 5221, which fits into the weakening structure. The weakening structure fits into the recess 5221, causing the inner plate 522 and the reinforcing plate 523 to bend at the same location, and the entire cover 52 to collapse and bend at a single point, further reducing the risk of injury to pedestrians.

[0146] like Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the reinforcing plate 523 includes: a reinforcing body 5232 and a supporting foot 5233.

[0147] Strengthen the connection between the main body 5232 and the outer panel 521.

[0148] One end of the support leg 5233 is connected to the reinforcing body 5232, and the other end is connected to the inner plate 522.

[0149] The device includes multiple support feet 5233, and the inner plate 522 has weakening holes 5222 located between two adjacent support feet 5233. By providing weakening holes 5222 on the inner plate 522, the structural strength of the inner plate 522 is weakened, further facilitating the collapse of the cover 52, thereby reducing the risk of injury to pedestrians.

[0150] It should be noted that the weakening hole 5222 is located between two partially adjacent support feet 5233, which weakens the support received by the support feet 5233 and makes the cover 52 more prone to collapse.

[0151] Specifically, the support feet 5233 provide support and reinforce the main body 5232. The reinforced main body 5232 supports the outer plate 521. When the outer plate 521 is subjected to impact, the impact force on the outer plate 521 is distributed to multiple support feet 5233 and then transmitted to the inner plate 522.

[0152] The vehicle 100 in this application embodiment has the following improvements:

[0153] (1) The vehicle 100 described in this invention is reasonably designed and combines rigidity and flexibility. While ensuring the installation strength of the front bumper components and the lighting lamp 41, it also helps to protect the legs of pedestrians when they collide with the vehicle 100.

[0154] (2) The lower support 21 described in this invention is an integrated structure that replaces the traditional independent pedestrian protection leg beam, reducing the overall vehicle weight.

[0155] (3) The reinforcing ribs of the lower support 21 described in this invention are designed with protruding features. After a collision, the pedestrian's leg intrudes inward. After the lower leg intrudes inward to a certain extent, the protruding features on the lower support 21 of the lower leg press against the lower body of the active air intake grille, which supports the lower leg and prevents the lower part of the leg from bending downward. Since the upper part of the lower support 21 is relatively weak, the pedestrian's thigh continues to intrude inward, so that when the pedestrian collides with the vehicle 100, the whole body tilts from top to bottom towards the vehicle 100.

[0156] (4) The anti-sinking bracket 5111 arranged on the anti-collision beam supports the bracket 42 and its accessories in the Z direction to prevent the bracket 42 from sinking and causing poor peripheral clearance fit in the durable working condition; at the same time, when a pedestrian collides with the vehicle 100, it guides the anti-collision beam of the vehicle 100 to move in the X direction, providing sufficient crumple space for the pedestrian's legs; the bracket 42 has an irregular avoidance design to ensure that the lighting lamp 41 has sufficient crumple space, and the lighting lamp 41 has avoidance at the protrusions on both sides to prevent it from hitting the hard point behind when a collision occurs.

[0157] (5) The lighting lamp 41 is installed with reasonable installation points and connected to independent brackets 42 and mounting bracket 44, which ensures its installation rigidity and mode.

[0158] (6) directional weakening was carried out at the mounting point between the bracket 42 and the lighting lamp 41 to ensure the installation strength in the Z direction while making the mounting point fail in the event of a collision, thus preventing excessive stiffness from causing excessive leg injury to pedestrians.

[0159] (7) The front end of the inner plate 522 of the cover 52 is bent upward, which can collapse backward when it collides with the hip of a pedestrian, reducing the damage to the hip of the pedestrian; the support leg 5233 of the reinforcing plate 523 is also bent, which can deform downward and backward, minimizing the damage to the hip of the pedestrian; the front end of the inner plate 522 is also designed with many weakened openings, which reduces the front end rigidity and makes it easier to tilt backward when it collides with a pedestrian.

[0160] (8) The middle area of ​​the lower support 21 has a bent structure, and the reinforcing ribs at both ends extend directly to the top to achieve a reasonable distribution of stiffness.

[0161] Other configurations and operations of the vehicle 100 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0162] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "embodiment," "example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0163] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A vehicle characterized by comprising: include: lighting; The support member includes: A bracket connecting part, wherein the bracket connecting part is connected to the lighting lamp; A clearance portion is located at the rear of the connecting portion in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and the clearance portion is used to clear the bracket connecting portion; The lighting fixture includes: a first mounting part and a second mounting part; The support component also includes: The bracket body, and the second mounting part is disposed on the bracket body; A first extension portion is provided on the support body, and a clearance portion is provided on the first extension portion; A second extension is connected to the end of the first extension away from the support body. The second extension extends in the front-rear direction, and a connecting base is provided on the second extension. The second mounting portion is located on the side of the bracket connection portion facing the first extension portion, and the first mounting portion extends above the second extension portion and is close to the second extension portion.

2. The vehicle of claim 1, wherein The clearance portion includes a clearance hole, which is located on the rear side of the connecting portion.

3. The vehicle of claim 1, wherein The lighting fixture also includes: Lighting fixture body; The first mounting part is disposed on the lamp body, the first mounting part extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and the first mounting part is connected to the bracket; The second mounting part is provided on the lamp body, extends in the vertical direction of the vehicle, and is connected to the bracket connecting part.

4. The vehicle of claim 3, wherein The bracket further includes a connecting base, which is connected to the first mounting part, and the connecting base is provided with a directional weakening groove.

5. The vehicle of claim 3, wherein Also includes: A crossbeam component, wherein the crossbeam component is mounted on the support component; The mounting bracket assembly has one end connected to the crossbeam and the other end connected to the lighting lamp.

6. The vehicle of claim 5, wherein, The lighting fixture further includes a third mounting portion, and the mounting bracket assembly includes a bracket cantilever, which extends in the direction of the third mounting portion and is connected to the third mounting portion.

7. The vehicle of claim 6, wherein There are two third mounting parts, which are located at both ends of the lighting body and extend along the front-rear direction. The first mounting part is located between the two third mounting parts.

8. The vehicle of any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that The lighting fixture is provided with a clearance groove to avoid other components.

9. The vehicle of any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that Also includes: The vehicle body, the bracket further includes: an extension arm, the extension arm is disposed on the bracket body, and the end of the extension arm away from the bracket body is connected to the vehicle body.

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